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About the Event

Join us at Pingo Doce Express in Nova SBE for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the technology powering Pingo Doce Express. In this specialized session, the team will showcase the custom-built OutSystems application that empowers customers to seamlessly and autonomously interact with the entire store.

What to Expect

This session is designed for tech enthusiasts, developers, and retail innovators. We will move past the surface-level user experience and dive straight into the technical architecture of the application. Expect a comprehensive breakdown of the complex, real-time integrations that make an autonomous store possible, culminating in an interactive live demo directly on the shop floor.

Meet the Speakers

• André Cunha — Project Manager & Product Owner

• Rui Barradas — OutSystems MVP & IT Development Senior Manager

• Ana Rita Araújo — IT Development Manager

Session Agenda & Technical Focus:

• Introduction to the Store Concept: Redefining the modern retail experience.

• Event-Driven Application Architecture: A comprehensive overview of our Cloud Messaging setup.

• Scan & Go Logic: The core architecture behind frictionless shopping.

• Hardware & IoT Integrations: Deep dives into connecting physical store elements, including:

  • Electronic Gates

  • Electronic Shelf Labels

  • Smart Coffee Machines

  • Deposit Return System (DRS)

• Backend Systems & Complex Logic:

  • Promotions Management

  • Product Cache Optimization

  • Self-Checkout Integration

• Security & Transactions:

  • Payments Gateway Implementation

  • Risk Engine Mechanics

Join us to see firsthand how OutSystems is bridging the gap between complex backend integrations and a flawless, autonomous customer experience.

📍How to get to this event. (NOVA SBE or Google Maps)

• Public Transportation - you can go by 🚇train (Carcavelos - Estação) or by 🚌bus either Carris Metropolitana and MobiCascais have several options with the nearest stops being: Carcavelos(SBE), Campus Carcavelos or Carcavelos Praia Bus Stop if you come from the Avenida Marginal

• By car - The most common route is using A5 (exit Carcavelos in direction to the beach) or using Avenida Marginal. To park we suggest the underground parking (paid) or use some of the free areas in nearby streets.

📍Inside the Campus: How to find the venue

The store hosting our event is located on the lower floor (Shopping Gallery / Food Court) of the main building.

• If entering through the Main Roundabout (North): Walk through the main hall to the "Deck" (open central area) and go down the stairs towards the restaurant and services floor.

• If entering from the Beach side (South): Walk up the exterior access ramp and head to the covered central area ("Student Hub"). You will immediately see the long corridor with all the stores.

• The space is perfectly visible within the gallery and is fully wheelchair accessible.